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Lock Cylinder: Installation

  1. Install lock cylinder assembly.
  2. Install shift lock cable (for A/T).
  3. Install cushion rubber.
  4. Install snap ring.
  5. Install Combination switch and SRS coil assembly. After installation of combination switch assembly, connect the combination switch wiring harness connector and the SRS 2-way connector located under the steering column.
  6. Turn the SRS coil counter clockwise to full, return about 3 turns and align the neutral mark.
    CAUTION: Turn the SRS coil counter clockwise until some resistance is felt, or damage may occur to the SRS coil.
    Fig 1: Aligning Neutral Mark
    G02714405Courtesy of ISUZU MOTOR CO.
  7. When installing the steering column cover, be sure to wire (through each harness) as illustrated so that the harnesses starter switch, combination switch and SRS coil may not catch wiring.
    Fig 2: Installing Steering Column Cover
    G02714406Courtesy of ISUZU MOTOR CO.
  8. Install steering wheel by aligning the setting marks made during removal.
    CAUTION: Never apply force to the steering wheel shaft using a hammer or other impact tools in an attempt to remove the steering wheel. The steering shaft is designed as an energy absorbing unit.
  9. Tighten the steering wheel fixing nut to the specified torque.

    Torque:  34 N.m (25 lb ft)

  10. Support inflator module and carefully connect the SRS connector and horn lead, then install inflator module.
    NOTE: Pass the lead wire through the tabs on the plastic cover (wire protector) of inflator to prevent lead wire from being pinched.
  11. Tighten fixing bolts to specified torque.

    Torque:  9 N.m (78 lb in)

  12. Install driver knee bolster (reinforcement).
  13. Install instrument panel lower cover, then install the engine hood opening lever.
  14. Connect the yellow 2-way SRS connector located under the steering column.
  15. Connect the battery ground cable.